Schizoid Personality Disorder

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Schizoid Personality Disorder: What Is It, and How Is It Treated?

Schizoid Personality Disorder makes people indifferent to human relationships. They express a few emotional experiences and expressions. People with the disorder hardly feel like anything is wrong with them. Although these people usually function, they have social and emotional detachments and cannot create close relationships.

People with the disorder are typically loners and prone to excessive daydreaming. They also tend to form attachments to animals and perform well as night security personnel at solitary jobs.

Signs and Symptoms of Schizoid Personality Disorder

Signs and symptoms of Schizoid Personality Disorder entail:

Aloofness and detachment
Lack of desire to form, maintain or relish close relationships
Trouble with self-expression
Little motivation with life goals
Almost always choosing solitary activities
Avoiding social activities that involve contact with other people
Lack of close relationships apart from with immediate relatives
Exhibits little or no observable mood changes

The cause of the disorder is unknown, but people who come from families with illnesses on the schizophrenia spectrum are at a higher risk. It suggests genetic susceptibility to developing the disorder.

How Schizoid Disorder is Diagnosed

When you have the above symptoms, your doctor will begin an evaluation by performing a complete medical history assessment. A physical exam may also be necessary, and various diagnostic tests. These will rule out other physical illnesses as the reason for the symptoms.

Depending on the outcome, your doctor may refer you to a counselor, psychiatrist, or psychologist. These professionals have special training to diagnose and treat mental disorders.

When to Get Help for Schizoid Personality Disorder?

In most cases, people with schizoid personality disorder only seek medical help for a related problem like depression. However, if you or a loved one exhibits the above symptoms, a visit to a mental health professional might help.

Therapies Available for Schizoid Personality Disorder

When people with schizoid personality disorder seek treatment, psychotherapy is the most common form of treatment administered. This therapy is a form of counseling that focuses on increasing general coping skills and improving self-esteem, communication, and social interaction.

Trust is an essential component of therapy, making treatment challenging for the therapist. People with the disorder find it hard to form relationships that require trust and opening up with others. Social skills training is also a crucial component of treatment.

A therapist may prescribe medication if someone suffers from other psychological issues like depression.

Contact MidValley Healthcare in Boise or Meridian, Idaho

If you would like help in treating Schizoid Personality Disorder, professionals at MidValley Healthcare can help. Contact us Today to request an appointment.

Testimonials

Brittany Stoker

I have been working with Zana for 3 years, I have never had a mental health professional care so much about my wellbeing and making sure my medications are working. If you are struggling- I highly recommend booking an appt with her.

Ashley Scott

Zana Delic is fantastic. She listens, she asks the right questions, and truly makes the appointment feel comfortable. I’d highly recommend her to anyone.

Aron Lupton

I've been seeing my psychiatrist for 6 months now and I feel like they always want to make sure I am happy and healthy.

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Jodi Thorne

I’m sorry for the people that can’t pay for services.... their reviews aren’t fair to Midvalley. There are state related programs that are offered for those who have no or little money. You can’t expect to get a hand out when your in crisis. There are hotlines and other resources available 24/7. With that said..... the counseling and medication management I’ve received has been great. The council given by Cathie has been excellent. She listens and suggests things to work on... but you have to put in the work and want to get better. If your willing and ready for treatment, it’s available and they do an awesome job of taking care of their patients. I’ve had to cancel several appointments and even had to cancel an appointment an hour before hand because I was at another appt and couldn’t get there in time. I explained that and they didn’t charge me for the visit. They understand life happens. Give credit where credit is due and be courteous to others with respect and you will be pleasantly surprised that it will go along ways. I recommend this place to anyone who is looking for some help.

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MidValley Healthcare - Meridian
2321 E Gala St. Ste 3
Meridian, ID 83642

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303 N. Allumbaugh St. Ste 335
Boise, ID 83704

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